The Single Trigger That Caused Josie Warren's 8 Autoimmune Conditions
While there are many contributing factors to autoimmune disorders, from environmental toxins to stress and genetics, some factors play an undeniably larger role in their development. Today’s guest, Josie Warren, believes that when you learn how to handle your stress, your body will heal itself. Josie is an autoimmune expert who used to have Graves’ disease, Hashimoto’s, and seven other autoimmune disorders, which she’s completely resolved. She now takes people down the same path of hea...
22 Nov 202241min
Risks of Iodine Contrast Agents and Thyroid Health
Iodine contrast media is used in several radiological procedures, such as CT scans. With a typical dose of iodine contrast medium containing about 13,500 micrograms of free iodine, along with 15-60 grams of bound iodine that may be liberated as free iodine in the body, this represents an acute iodine load for the body. From the research I’ve done, contrast media seems to be a concern, especially for those with hyperthyroidism, although it could potentially affect those with hypothyroidism a...
17 Nov 20226min
10 Tips For Those Recently Diagnosed With Hyperthyroidism
Over the years, I’ve worked with many patients with hyperthyroidism/Graves’ disease. Most of us had a similar trajectory of going to our medical doctor with our symptoms and getting a diagnosis before being referred to an endocrinologist who recommends anti-thyroid medication, radioactive iodine, or thyroid surgery. While there is a time and place for conventional medical treatment, many of us also recognize the need to go deeper and address the root cause of these conditions. Today I’m d...
15 Nov 202224min
Can Hyperthyroidism Cause Insomnia?
Sleep issues are very common in those with hyperthyroidism. To get better sleep, we need to take a two-pronged approach: addressing the elevated thyroid hormone levels, which are the root cause of the issues, and optimizing other factors known to impact sleep directly. Today I’m sharing how hyperthyroidism can affect your sleep, common factors that might be causing difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting restful sleep, and what you can do to start getting a better night’s slee...
10 Nov 20227min
Discussing The Brain-Gut-Thyroid Axis with Dr. Shane Steadman
“Our bodies are too complex to think that one thing can fix every body.” - Dr. Shane Steadman It’s not enough to do a thyroid panel and start taking medication. We need to dig into why the thyroid isn’t functioning optimally in the first place. If we want to get to the root cause of why the thyroid isn't working, we must address issues related to the brain and gut. Today I’m joined by chiropractic neurologist Dr. Shane Steadman to discuss the role of the brain in thyroid function and autoim...
8 Nov 202245min
Why are legumes not part of an AIP or Paleo diet?
Legumes are a good source of vegetarian protein and contain many beneficial nutrients. Unfortunately, they also have compounds that can interfere with intestinal permeability and nutrient absorption, which is why they’re excluded from a strict AIP or paleo diet. While some people can get away with eating legumes, I prefer a more conservative approach in my recommendations to people with Graves’ Disease and Hashimoto’s. Today I’m talking about legumes and your gut health, my approach to rein...
3 Nov 20228min
Skin Conditions and Thyroid Health with Dr. Julie Greenberg
The skin is a very complex organ. It’s large, outward-facing, and has to balance being soft and supple and allowing for excretion while protecting and keeping most things in. Unfortunately, our modern Western hygiene habits are often misaligned with how our skin is meant to be taken care of. With constant washing and harsh soaps and skin products, it’s no wonder so many people are dealing with skin conditions. Today I’m joined by Dr. Julie Greenberg, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) and ...
1 Nov 202247min
Can Reishi and Cordyceps Benefit Those with Graves' Disease and Hashimoto's?
Medicinal mushrooms have been used to prevent and treat many conditions since ancient times. In recent years, research has shown the many beneficial properties of mushrooms and the positive effect they can have on a wide range of conditions, from diabetes and asthma to immunological disorders and more. Despite this, many people still have concerns about medicinal mushrooms, and they've remained a controversial topic. Today I'm sharing about two medicinal mushrooms, Reishi and Cordyceps, an...
27 Okt 20228min
